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Having Epilepsy. Burning Sensation In Thighs And Arms. Suggest Treatment
Hi, I am concerned about my mother.She is 48, epileptic,no recent change in medication, no recent seizures or injuries,allergic to codeine and acidic fruits. She started having a burning sensation in her thigh, which then progressed to the skin feeling like she is being electrically shocked,now she feels it in her arms and says it is unbearable if anything touches her..i don't know what to tell her,besides go to the doctor....because she has no insurance right now and my dad won't pay for her to get checked out..please,any information would be appreciated.
Wed, 13 Nov 2013
Hello dear,
The of symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to:
1. Peripheral neuropathy
2. Any abnormality in blood pressure & blood sugar levels
3. Anemia (either Iron deficiency or Vit B12 deficiency anemia)
4. Deficiency of certain nutrients like Iron, Vitamin B 12, Calcium, etc. which also interferes with blood formation & nerve conduction.
Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of nervigenic agents like Vit B12, Vit B6 & Folic acid.
If symptoms still persist, then kindly consult her treating Doctor for proper clinical examination including nerve conduction studies.
Take care.
The of symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to:
1. Peripheral neuropathy
2. Any abnormality in blood pressure & blood sugar levels
3. Anemia (either Iron deficiency or Vit B12 deficiency anemia)
4. Deficiency of certain nutrients like Iron, Vitamin B 12, Calcium, etc. which also interferes with blood formation & nerve conduction.
Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of nervigenic agents like Vit B12, Vit B6 & Folic acid.
If symptoms still persist, then kindly consult her treating Doctor for proper clinical examination including nerve conduction studies.
Take care.
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